The IGP, while praying for the souls of the departed ones, reassures the general public of robust sensitization programs on the hazardous effects of oil scooping and other similar activities
By Moses Okorie
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, has commended the efforts of the police personnel and other emergency responders for their swift action in extinguishing the fire, evacuating the victims, and ensuring normalcy is swiftly restored following the tanker explosion that rocked Majia, Taura Local Government Area of Jigawa State claiming over 100 lives and leaving many injured.
Egbetokun stated this is a condolence letter by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, in Abuja on Thursday, commiserating with family of affected persons as well as the people and government of Jigawa State over the unfortunate incidence.
According to letter, “The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, on behalf of the Nigeria Police Force commiserates with the Government and good people of Jigawa State, most especially the families of victims of the tanker explosion which occurred at about 11:30 pm on October 15, 2024, in Majia, Taura Local Government Area of Jigawa State claiming several lives and leaving many injured.
“The calamitous incident reportedly claimed the lives of over 100 people, while over 70 persons were seriously injured and are currently receiving treatment at various hospitals in the state”.
He prayed for the souls of the departed and called for robust sensitization programme on the hazardous effects of oil scooping.
“The IGP, while praying for the souls of the departed ones, reassures the general public of robust sensitization programs on the hazardous effects of oil scooping and other similar activities. He equally urges motorists and road users to always exercise caution and adhere to laid down safety guidelines in their daily conduct”, the IGP urged.